Leaf Peepers Flock to New England B&Bs For Fall Foliage Getaways
DENVER, CO, Sept. 16, 2003 — During summer and winter, travelers may curse Mother Nature for the extremes of heat or cold, but during autumn, the magic of fall foliage charms all. More than any other time of year, travelers crave New England bed and breakfast getaways, combing scenic beauty with restful and relaxing accommodations. BedandBreakfast.com members offer a host of fabulous packages, enticing extras, plus tasty breakfasts to fuel guests for days of leaf peeping.
Unless otherwise stated, all prices are per room per night for double occupancy and do not include applicable taxes or gratuities.
The Inn at Lower Farm B&B, Mystic, CT: Stay in this beautifully restored B&B, enjoy a candlelight breakfast in front of an open hearth, re-live history at Mystic Seaport, and enjoy a scenic drive of the Connecticut countryside in all its fall color. Includes two nights lodging and breakfast, plus two tickets to Mystic Seaport for $300 per room from September 26 to October 19, 2003. Info: http://www.lowerfarm.com, 860-535-9075.
Wake Robin Inn, Lakeville, CT: A peaceful setting on acres of rolling hills makes the Wake Robin a superb destination to experience fall foliage. Midweek rates are an affordable $149 nightly for the best available room. Stay any three nights and the fourth night is half-price. Info: http://www.wakerobininn.com, 860-435.2000.
Colonial House Inn & Restaurant, Yarmouthport, MA: This 300-year-old sea captain’s mansion is the perfect setting for a lovely fall weekend. The Columbus Day three-night package (October 10-14, 2003) costs $415, per couple, including room, breakfast, & dinner each night. Info: http://www.colonialhousecapecod.com, 800-999-3416.
Fiddler’s Green Inn, Boothbay Harbor, ME: Enjoy leaf and lighthouse peeping all in one trip — twelve of Maine’s 70 lighthouses are within an hour’s drive. Return to the inn for the fantastic view from the waterfront Lighthouse Suite with a private deck. The two-day midweek package, starting at $199, includes admission for two to the Maine Maritime Museum, breakfast each morning, afternoon wine and cheese, and a lighthouse gift. Info: http://www.thefiddlersgreeninn.com, 888-633-9965.
Schroon Lake Bed and Breakfast, Schroon Lake, NY: Here the midweek fall getaway package includes premium lodging and a full breakfast for just $99 per night, non-holiday Sundays – Thursdays, September 2 to October 25. Fall foliage brilliance included in the price! Info: http://www.schroonbb.com, 800-523-6755.
The Almondy Inn, Newport, RI: Newport’s "new kid on the B&B block" offers a convenient downtown and bay view location, just steps from famed Bannister’s Wharf. Fall Getaway rates start at $183 per room for one night, $318 for two nights, and are valid Sunday through Thursday nights until October 13, 2003. Rates include a full breakfast, plus four vouchers for various area attractions and much more. Info: http://www.almondyinn.com, 800- 478-6155.
The Inn at Essex, Essex, VT: The Vermont Get-Away package includes two nights lodging, a chilled bottle of sparkling wine upon arrival, a three-course dinner for two, and continental breakfast daily; all for only $356. Info: http://www.innatessex.com, 800-727-4295.
For a full list of fall foliage packages throughout the U.S. and abroad, go to http://www.bedandbreakfast.com/about/press.aspx?year=2003&article=09082003 . BedandBreakfast.com(R) is the leading online bed & breakfast reservation network, listing over 27,000 bed & breakfasts and inns throughout the United States and internationally. A wide variety of search functions and extensive maps enable inngoers to find the perfect B&B. Travelers can make reservations online, purchase gift certificates accepted at nearly 3,000 U.S. bed & breakfast inns, subscribe to a free newsletter, and post questions on expert hosted message boards.
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